Project Engineer (Electrical)

Project Engineer (Electrical)

Competitive Salary+ Bonus + Training & Progression + Flexible Working

Location: Ayrshire - site-based, commutable from: Ayr, Kilmarnock, Irvine, Dalry, Stewarton, Dunlop

Are you an organised, technically-minded engineer with hands-on electrical systems and project experience, looking to join a specialist company offering career progression and flexible working?

This is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career with a well-established growing engineering company.

You will be responsible for the design, development, and maintenance of site electrical systems, including HV and LV distribution, lighting, lightning protection, electrostatic discharge, and electronic control systems, ensuring all projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

In this role you will lead electrical projects from planning through delivery, including preparation of design drawings, specification documents, and capital expenditure proposals, as well as management of on-site contractors to deliver technically compliant solutions. You will also oversee testing, maintenance, and upgrades, and support continuous improvement initiatives, including energy efficiency and operational enhancements.

This position is ideal for an engineer with proven electrical expertise who understands project delivery in a regulated environment and wants to play a key role in a company that is continuously growing and developing its technical capabilities.

The Role

• Take ownership of electrical engineering projects, ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget delivery while maintaining compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams and manage contractors to deliver technically compliant electrical solutions, including testing, maintenance, and statutory inspections
• Support continuous improvement and development of site electrical systems, controls, and processes, including energy efficiency and operational enhancements

The Person

• Degree or equivalent experience in Electrical Engineering (or closely related discipline) with proven experience in electrical distribution, lighting, and control systems
• Proactive, organised, and capable of managing projects from start to finish, with strong communication, team-working, and problem-solving skills
• Experienced in project management and contractor coordination, with proficiency in Microsoft Office; AutoCAD or similar is desirable

Keywords: Project Engineer, Electrical, Project Engineer Electrical, Design, Electrical Systems, Processes, AutoCAD

Reference Number: 268878

To apply for this role or to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Fred Sibley at Rise Technical Recruitment.

Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles.

The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client.

We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.